His Images Depict a Gradual Decline in Strength
Chris McCandless’s journey, as chronicled through his photographs while residing in the bus, paints a poignant narrative. The images captured not only his prized small game, a testament to his survival skills, but also showcased a more personal side with McCandless occasionally pictured holding up signs. However, a disconcerting pattern emerges as one flips through the album. It becomes increasingly evident that McCandless was steadily shedding weight and his strength was diminishing. The final photograph, an image of a hauntingly emaciated McCandless, starkly contrasts with the robust adventurer seen in earlier snapshots.
In spite of everything, he never let the smile fade from his face. Perhaps he was oblivious to the peril that loomed, or maybe it was a deliberate act of courage, a mask of bravery he chose to wear.